Neighbors helping neighbors.

Born nearly fifty years ago as South Hills Interfaith Ministries by, no kidding, a priest, a rabbi and a minister, SHIM has been providing food, clothing and services to people in need in Pittsburgh’s southern suburban neighborhoods ever since. Faced with unprecedented new levels of suburban poverty, SHIM is expanding our work to include more neighbors helping more neighbors in need.

Together, with teams of dedicated volunteers, donors and partners, we’re working to reduce the devastating effects of suburban poverty among the working poor, unemployed, families, single parents, senior citizens, women, and the high concentration of refugee families in our service area.

SHIM Mission

SHIM Leadership

James Guffey

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The smiling face and leader of our organization, Jim joined the SHIM team nearly ten years ago as SHIM's first Director of Development and Public Relations. Now the Executive Director, Jim is responsible for the day-to-day operation of all aspects of SHIM as well as working with the Board of Directors to facilitate the strategic direction of the organization. A graduate from Robert Morris University, Jim has 25 years of experience working for notable nonprofits, including the American Heart Association and United Way of Allegheny County (now United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania).

Courtney Macurak

DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS

Responsible for the programmatic success of SHIM, Courtney ensures seamless team management and development, program delivery, and quality control and evaluation. Dedicated to SHIM in some capacity since an internship in 2002, Courtney has been the organization’s SHIM Family Center Site Director since 2007. She has a masters degree in social work with a concentration in community organizing and social administration from the University of Pittsburgh.

Linda Lewis

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION

Linda manages the development and execution of all projects related to finance, business planning and budgeting, human resources, IT, administration and facilities. She has 20 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, received her masters in business administration from Robert Morris University and is a Certified Management Accountant.

Meet SHIM’s Board and Staff

SHIM’s distinguished board of directors is comprised of leaders and professionals in the Pittsburgh area who dedicate their talents and expertise to serve the South Hills community. Their active commitment and contribution to our programs have strengthened outreach efforts and provided new opportunities for growth.

John Schrott, ChairIKM Incorporated

Trina DeMarco, Vice ChairEat'n Park Hospitality Group

Cynthia Donahoe, SecretaryCommunity Volunteer

Steven DeNoon, TreasurerKPMG

Andrew BaramPNC Financial Services Group

Kathy BrownCorporate Source Group

James DeShieldsEthicon US

Kim LoveInVision Human Services

James MarinoCommunity Volunteer

Rev. Kris Opat, Past-ChairSt. David’s Episcopal Church

George PashelUnited Way of Southwestern PA

Lejla SehicBNY Mellon

James SteinSpok

June SwansonMeyer Unkovic & Scott

Mandy ThomasSchlumberger

James GuffeySHIM Executive Director

For a complete listing of the staff at SHIM, please visit the Staff Directory.